redwood
Sequoia sempervirens

Redwood is generally believed to be the tallest tree species in the world. It grows in a high humidity climate, along the coast of northern California, and this partly accounts for its size and longevity. Redwood has high timber value. Redwood forests are also appreciated for their recreational value.

Water Redwood is restricted to a narrow, fog-laden band along the Pacific coast in northern California. Its range appears to be governed by the presence of coastal fog. It grows the largest in deep, well drained soils in this region.

Fun Facts
Redwood is massive tree and one of the world's tallest. It grows very rapidly, possibly faster than any other tree. Redwood wood is of very high quality, straight grain, rot resistant and knot free. Virgin stands can be seen in the Redwood National Park. Trees can live for more than 2000 years.

Latin MeaningSequoia: after Sequoiah, son of a British merchant and Cherokee woman /
sempervirens: Latin "semper" (always) and "vivere" (to live) - evergreen